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Performance
Bells Atlas
MCC Theater
Bells Atlas emerges from the vibrant cultural and musical backdrop of Oakland, CA. Blending heavy percussion, soulful harmonies, and thoughtful arrangements, this dynamic group captures the essence of Afro-Indie Soul, but has a sound that is uniquely their own. They combine an eclectic range of influences, including Highlife, Hip-Hop, Samba, R&B, and aspects of Indie Pop. Quickly drawing a wide audience with diverse tastes, Bells Atlas is fresh off their first full-length album, intent on providing their listeners with an experience that instantly grabs the ear and evokes relentless body movement. Tickets $5 UCSB Students and Children under 12/$15 general. Contact the A.S. Ticket Office at 805-893-2064 or buy online at www.mcc.ucsb.edu (extra fees apply). Limited Seating.
Children’s Event
Capoeira Workshop
MCC Theater
The Brazilian Cultural Arts Center of Santa Barbara, led by Master Mariano Silva, brings a Brazillian tradition to the community through arts education! Join in for a free workshop and performance to experience Capoeira and Brazilian music live. Great outing for the whole family!
Race Matters Series
Little Hope, Little Change: African Americans and Their Discontent in the Age of Obama Clarence Lusane
MCC Lounge
This talk will focus on the nature of American racial politics and policies during the Obama presidency and beyond. Lusane argues that the failure to address longstanding racial disparities was a consequence of conservative political resistance, missed opportunities by the Obama administration, and an understandable but problematic hesitation on the part of the black community to challenge the president. Clarence Lusane is an Associate Professor in the School of International Service at American University, the Program Director for Comparative and Regional Studies, and has regularly appeared on C-SPAN, PBS, and BET. Co-sponsored by the Center for Black Studies Research and the Center for New Racial Studies.
Cup of Culture-Meet the Filmmaker
Detained in the Desert
MCC Theater
Two people on opposite sides of the immigration debate find each other lost in the desert and discover their humanity and the true plight of migrants crossing the Arizona desert. Join us for a special screening and discussion with Chicana playwright Josefina Lopez (Real Women Have Curves) following the screening. Iliana Sosa, 82 min., English, 2013, USA. Co-sponsored by Latin American & Iberian Studies.
